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Development Timelines: When Will These Models Become Reality?
OpenAI's Roadmap
Based on available data, the intensity of development suggests GPT-6 could appear by mid-2026. This is fueled by OpenAI’s pattern of releasing major models roughly every 6-12 months, with GPT-5 expected in late 2025 or early 2026.
XAI's Rapid Pace
XAI's cadence is even more aggressive. Their recent model releases—Grock 1 in late 2023, Grock 4 in mid-2025—indicate potential Grock 5 debut as early as late 2025 or early 2026, aligning with Musk’s statements about training timelines.